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{{short description|Public university in Islamabad, Pakistan}}
{{short description|Public university in Islamabad, Pakistan}}
{{Infobox university
{{Infobox university
| name = Air University
| name = Air University
| native_name = جامعہ فضائیہ
| native_name = جامعہ فضائیہ
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| image_alt = AU Islamabad Campus
| image_alt = AU Islamabad Campus
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| motto = ''Taking Academic Excellence To New Heights''
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| type = [[Public university|Public]]
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| affiliation = [[Higher Education Commission (Pakistan)|Higher Education Commission]], [[Pakistan Engineering Council]], Pakistan Medical Commission, [[Association of Commonwealth Universities]], [[International Association of Universities]]
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| vice_chancellor = Air Marshal (r) Javaid Ahmed
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The '''Air University (AU)''' ({{lang-ur|{{Nastaliq|جامعہ فضایہ}}}}) is a federally chartered public sector [[research university]] in Pakistan. Established in 2002, its main campus is located in the capital city of [[Islamabad, Pakistan]]. The university has two other functional campuses, Aerospace and Aviation Campus at [[Kamra, Pakistan|Kamra]] and a campus at [[Multan]].
The '''Air University (AU)''' ({{langx|ur|{{Nastaliq|جامعہ فضایہ}}}}) is a federally chartered public sector [[research university]] in Pakistan. Established in 2002, its main campus is located in the capital city of [[Islamabad, Pakistan]]. The university has two other functional campuses, Aerospace and Aviation Campus at [[Kamra, Pakistan|Kamra]] and a campus at [[Multan]].


The university offers [[undergraduate]] and [[post-graduate]] degrees in [[artificial intelligence]], [[business management]], [[computer science]], [[cyber security]], [[engineering]], [[medicine]], and [[humanities]].<ref name="Why air university">{{cite web|title=Why air university|url=http://www.au.edu.pk/why.aspx#|publisher=Why air university|access-date=22 September 2013|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130927161040/http://www.au.edu.pk/why.aspx|archive-date=27 September 2013|url-status=dead|df=dmy-all}}</ref><ref name="Timeline of AU">{{cite web|title=Timeline of AU|url=http://www.au.edu.pk/time_line.aspx|publisher=Timeline of AU|access-date=22 September 2013|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130927160932/http://www.au.edu.pk/time_line.aspx|archive-date=27 September 2013|url-status=dead|df=dmy-all}}</ref> It is ranked among the country's top ten universities in the Engineering and Technology category by the [[Higher Education Commission (Pakistan)|Higher Education Commission]].<ref name="HEC rankings">{{cite web|title=HEC rankings|url=http://www.hec.gov.pk/INSIDEHEC/DIVISIONS/QALI/OTHERS/RANKINGOFUNIVERSITIES/Pages/CategoryWise.aspx#|publisher=HEC rankings|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131113082754/http://www.hec.gov.pk/InsideHEC/Divisions/QALI/Others/RankingofUniversities/Pages/CategoryWise.aspx|archive-date=2013-11-13}}</ref>
The university offers [[undergraduate]] and [[post-graduate]] degrees in [[artificial intelligence]], [[business management]], [[computer science]], [[cyber security]], [[engineering]], [[medicine]], and [[humanities]].<ref name="Why air university">{{cite web|title=Why air university|url=http://www.au.edu.pk/why.aspx#|publisher=Why air university|access-date=22 September 2013|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130927161040/http://www.au.edu.pk/why.aspx|archive-date=27 September 2013|url-status=dead|df=dmy-all}}</ref><ref name="Timeline of AU">{{cite web|title=Timeline of AU|url=http://www.au.edu.pk/time_line.aspx|publisher=Timeline of AU|access-date=22 September 2013|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130927160932/http://www.au.edu.pk/time_line.aspx|archive-date=27 September 2013|url-status=dead|df=dmy-all}}</ref> It is ranked among the country's top ten universities in the Engineering and Technology category by the [[Higher Education Commission (Pakistan)|Higher Education Commission]].<ref name="HEC rankings">{{cite web|title=HEC rankings|url=http://www.hec.gov.pk/INSIDEHEC/DIVISIONS/QALI/OTHERS/RANKINGOFUNIVERSITIES/Pages/CategoryWise.aspx#|publisher=HEC rankings|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131113082754/http://www.hec.gov.pk/InsideHEC/Divisions/QALI/Others/RankingofUniversities/Pages/CategoryWise.aspx|archive-date=2013-11-13}}</ref>


Air University is recognized by [[Higher Education Commission (Pakistan)]] and accredited by the [[Pakistan Engineering Council]] and [[Pakistan Medical Commission]]. It is a member of [[Association of Commonwealth Universities]] of the [[United Kingdom]]<ref name="ACU Members">{{cite web|title=ACU Members|url=https://www.acu.ac.uk/membership/acu-members/asia-central-south?country_id=172&items_perpage=20&pageID=1|publisher=ACU|access-date=2013-09-22|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130921061217/https://www.acu.ac.uk/membership/acu-members/asia-central-south?country_id=172&items_perpage=20&pageID=1|archive-date=2013-09-21|url-status=dead}}</ref> and [[International Association of Universities]]<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.iau-aiu.net/List-of-IAU-members?lang=en |title = List of IAU Members - IAU}}</ref>
Air University is recognized by [[Higher Education Commission (Pakistan)]] and accredited by the [[Pakistan Engineering Council]] and [[Pakistan Medical Commission]]. It is a member of [[Association of Commonwealth Universities]] of the [[United Kingdom]]<ref name="ACU Members">{{cite web|title=ACU Members|url=https://www.acu.ac.uk/membership/acu-members/asia-central-south?country_id=172&items_perpage=20&pageID=1|publisher=ACU|access-date=2013-09-22|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130921061217/https://www.acu.ac.uk/membership/acu-members/asia-central-south?country_id=172&items_perpage=20&pageID=1|archive-date=2013-09-21|url-status=dead}}</ref> and [[International Association of Universities]].<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.iau-aiu.net/List-of-IAU-members?lang=en |title=List of IAU Members - IAU |access-date=2018-09-19 |archive-date=2021-02-12 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210212150431/https://iau-aiu.net/List-of-IAU-Members?lang=en |url-status=live }}</ref>


==History==
==History==
The university was established in 2001 to promote science and technology in Pakistan with Air Marshal Qazi Javed Ahmed appointed as its founding chancellor.<ref name="auto4">{{cite web | url=https://www.au.edu.pk/pages/About/time_line.aspx | title=Air University - Home page }}</ref>
The university was established in 2001 with the aim to promote science and technology in Pakistan with Air Marshal Qazi Javed Ahmed appointed as its founding chancellor.<ref name="auto4">{{cite web | url=https://www.au.edu.pk/pages/About/time_line.aspx | title=Air University - Home page }}</ref>


In August 2001, a feasibility report regarding the university was submitted to then University Grants Commission (UGC, now HEC) for approval.<ref name="auto4"/> Later, in November 2001, UGC done a detailed inspection of the proposed premises.<ref name="auto4"/>
In August 2001, a feasibility report regarding the university was submitted to then University Grants Commission (UGC, now HEC) for approval.<ref name="auto4"/> Later, in November 2001, UGC done a detailed inspection of the proposed premises.<ref name="auto4"/>
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In October 2014, Air Vice Marshal Faaiz Amir was appointed as the new vice-chancellor of Air University.<ref name="auto4"/>
In October 2014, Air Vice Marshal Faaiz Amir was appointed as the new vice-chancellor of Air University.<ref name="auto4"/>


In January 2020, Air Marshal Javaid Ahmed succeeded Air Vice Marshal Faaiz Amir as the new vice-chancellor.<ref name="auto4"/>
In January 2020, Air [https://pakistan.gov.pk/ Marshal Javaid Ahmed] succeeded Air Vice Marshal Faaiz Amir as the new vice-chancellor.<ref name="auto4" />


In February 2020, Air University Aviation & Aerospace Campus Kamra, located on a land of 50 acres in PAC Kamra became functional.<ref name="auto1">{{Cite web|url=https://aack.au.edu.pk/|title=Kamra Campus}}</ref>
In February 2020, Air University Aviation & Aerospace Campus Kamra, located on a land of 50 acres in PAC Kamra became functional.<ref name="auto1">{{Cite web|url=https://aack.au.edu.pk/|title=Kamra Campus|access-date=2023-04-14|archive-date=2023-04-14|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230414032004/https://aack.au.edu.pk/|url-status=live}}</ref>

In April 2024, Air Marshal Abdul Moeed Khan HI(M) has been appointed as new Vice-Chancellor.


==Campuses, constituent colleges, and affiliated institutes==
==Campuses, constituent colleges, and affiliated institutes==
There is one main campus in Islamabad, two other functional campuses are located in Kamra and Multan. Another campus is under construction in Islamabad.
There is one main campus in Islamabad, two other functional campuses are located in Kamra Multan and Kharian, and Another new campus is under construction in Islamabad.


===Campuses===
===Campuses===
====Main Campus====
====Main Campus====
[[File:Air University Main Campus, Islamabad.jpg|thumb|Air University Main Campus, Islamabad]]
[[File:Air University Main Campus, Islamabad.jpg|thumb|Air University Main Campus, Islamabad]]
The main campus is situated close to the Margalla foothills in the southeast of sector E-9 (PAF Complex) of Islamabad.<ref name="auto15">{{cite web|url=https://www.timeshighereducation.com/world-university-rankings/air-university|title=Air University|date=November 17, 2021|website=Times Higher Education (THE)}}</ref> The primary entrance is adjacent to the intersection of Agha Shahi Avenue (9th Avenue) and Khayaban-e-Iqbal (Margalla Road), opposite to E/9 Campus of Bahria University, Islamabad. Different departments have different buildings. Faculty of Electrical Engineering Department is the oldest one. The newest edition to the buildings is the faculty of Computer Science, C block functional since 2022.
The main campus is situated close to the Margalla foothills in the southeast of sector E-9 (PAF Complex) of Islamabad.<ref name="auto15">{{cite web|url=https://www.timeshighereducation.com/world-university-rankings/air-university|title=Air University|date=November 17, 2021|website=Times Higher Education (THE)|access-date=April 14, 2022|archive-date=April 14, 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220414213447/https://www.timeshighereducation.com/world-university-rankings/air-university|url-status=live}}</ref> The primary entrance is adjacent to the intersection of Agha Shahi Avenue (9th Avenue) and Khayaban-e-Iqbal (Margalla Road), opposite to E/9 Campus of Bahria University, Islamabad. Different departments have different buildings. Faculty of Electrical Engineering Department is the oldest one. The newest edition to the buildings is the faculty of Computer Science, C block functional since 2022.


====Air University Aerospace and Aviation Campus Kamra====
====Air University Aerospace and Aviation Campus Kamra====
Air University Aviation & Aerospace Campus Kamra is a 50-acre campus located in PAC Kamra and aims to further research in aviation. The campus is being built in five phases with phase one being complete and functional since February 2020.<ref name="auto1"/><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://dailytimes.com.pk/524878/air-university-aerospace-and-aviation-campus-opens-in-kamra/|title=Air University Aerospace and Aviation Campus opens in Kamra|website=[[Daily Times (Pakistan)|Daily Times]]}}</ref>
Air University Aviation & Aerospace Campus Kamra is a 50-acre campus located in PAC Kamra and aims to further research in aviation. The campus is being built in five phases with phase one being complete and functional since February 2020.<ref name="auto1"/><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://dailytimes.com.pk/524878/air-university-aerospace-and-aviation-campus-opens-in-kamra/|title=Air University Aerospace and Aviation Campus opens in Kamra|website=[[Daily Times (Pakistan)|Daily Times]]|date=21 December 2019|access-date=14 April 2023|archive-date=18 April 2023|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230418145331/https://dailytimes.com.pk/524878/air-university-aerospace-and-aviation-campus-opens-in-kamra/|url-status=live}}</ref>


The facilities of the campus include a separate hostel for boys and girls hostels, a dining area, medical facilities, and sports arenas.<ref name="auto1"/>
The facilities of the campus include a separate hostel for boys and girls hostels, a dining area, medical facilities, and sports arenas.<ref name="auto1"/>
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====Air University Multan campus====
====Air University Multan campus====
{{main|Air University Multan Campus}}
{{main|Air University Multan Campus}}
Air University Multan Campus was inaugurated in 2011 by then [[prime minister of Pakistan]], [[Yousaf Raza Gillani]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://tribune.com.pk/story/344909/the-prime-minister-is-not-going-anywhere-gilani|title=Hometown glory: I'm here to stay, says Gilani|date=March 3, 2012|website=The Express Tribune}}</ref>
Air University Multan Campus was inaugurated in 2011 by then [[prime minister of Pakistan]], [[Yousaf Raza Gillani]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://tribune.com.pk/story/344909/the-prime-minister-is-not-going-anywhere-gilani|title=Hometown glory: I'm here to stay, says Gilani|date=March 3, 2012|website=The Express Tribune|access-date=April 14, 2022|archive-date=April 22, 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220422040335/https://tribune.com.pk/story/344909/the-prime-minister-is-not-going-anywhere-gilani|url-status=live}}</ref>


In the first phase, the campus started its operations in a commercial plaza named "Khan Centre" at Abdali Road, [[Multan Cantt]], with a total covered area of about thirty-three thousand square feet, and about 700 enrolled students.<ref name="auto7">{{cite web|url=https://www.dawn.com/news/1336685|title=Air University sub-campus expansion plan|first=From the|last=Newspaper|date=June 1, 2017|website=DAWN.COM}}</ref>
In the first phase, the campus started its operations in a commercial plaza named "Khan Centre" at Abdali Road, [[Multan Cantt]], with a total covered area of about thirty-three thousand square feet, and about 700 enrolled students.<ref name="auto7">{{cite web|url=https://www.dawn.com/news/1336685|title=Air University sub-campus expansion plan|first=the|last=Newspaper|date=June 1, 2017|website=DAWN.COM|access-date=April 14, 2022|archive-date=April 14, 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220414212739/https://www.dawn.com/news/1336685|url-status=live}}</ref>


Now, the Air University Mutan Campus (AUMC) has shifted to a proper built campus on 25.5 acres of land located at Bahawalpur Road, Multan. Phase-1 of the project is completed, in which one academic block and one hostel block have been completed, whereas three more academic blocks, two more residential hostels, an auditorium and a student center are planned in the near future.<ref name="auto7"/>
Now, the Air University Multan Campus (AUMC) has shifted to a proper built campus on 25.5 acres of land located at Bahawalpur Road, Multan. Phase-1 of the project is completed, in which one academic block and one hostel block have been completed, whereas three more academic blocks, two more residential hostels, an auditorium and a student center are planned in the near future.<ref name="auto7"/> khariyan campus


====South Campus====
====South Campus====
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In January 2020, then prime minister of Pakistan, [[Imran Khan]], laid the foundation of the new campus. First academic block and hostel will be completed by December 2022.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://newsone.tv/pm-imran-khan-addressed-groundbreaking-ceremony-of-air-university-south-campus-01-jan-2020/|title=PM Imran Khan addressed Groundbreaking Ceremony of Air University South Campus &#124; 01-Jan-2020|date=January 1, 2020}}</ref> In addition to its own campuses, the university has two constituent colleges and five affiliated institutes.
In January 2020, then prime minister of Pakistan, [[Imran Khan]], laid the foundation of the new campus. First academic block and hostel will be completed by December 2022.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://newsone.tv/pm-imran-khan-addressed-groundbreaking-ceremony-of-air-university-south-campus-01-jan-2020/|title=PM Imran Khan addressed Groundbreaking Ceremony of Air University South Campus &#124; 01-Jan-2020|date=January 1, 2020}}</ref> In addition to its own campuses, the university has two constituent colleges and five affiliated institutes.


'''Air University Kharian Campus'''
====Kharian Campus====
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A new Campus in Kharian campus is being established and will be opened in Spring 2024 for the people of Kharian and Jhelum. {{cite web | url=https://kc.au.edu.pk/ | title=Air University Kharian }}

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A new Campus in Kharian campus is being established and will be oponed in near future for the people of kharian


===Constituent units===
===Constituent units===
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* PAF College of Aviation & Safety Management (CASM), [[Karachi]]
* PAF College of Aviation & Safety Management (CASM), [[Karachi]]
* College of Flying Training (CFT), [[Pakistan Air Force Academy|PAF Academy]] Asghar Khan, [[Risalpur]]
* College of Flying Training (CFT), [[Pakistan Air Force Academy|PAF Academy]] Asghar Khan, [[Risalpur]]
* NASTP Institute of Information Technology(NIIT), [[Lahore]]


===Affiliated institutes===
===Affiliated institutes===
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* Air Marshal Qazi Javed Ahmed (retd) (2001 – November 2008)
* Air Marshal Qazi Javed Ahmed (retd) (2001 – November 2008)
* Air Cdre Ijaz Ahmad Malik (retd) (November 2008 – October 2014)
* Air Cdre Ijaz Ahmad Malik (retd) (November 2008 – October 2014)
* Air Vice Marshal Faaiz Amir (retd) (October 2014 – January 2020)<ref>{{cite web|url=http://tribune.com.pk/story/1877300/homecoming-2018-air-university-hosts-alumni-reunion|title=Homecoming 2018: Air University hosts alumni reunion|date=December 30, 2018|website=The Express Tribune}}</ref>
* Air Vice Marshal Faaiz Amir (retd) (October 2014 – January 2020)<ref>{{cite web|url=http://tribune.com.pk/story/1877300/homecoming-2018-air-university-hosts-alumni-reunion|title=Homecoming 2018: Air University hosts alumni reunion|date=December 30, 2018|website=The Express Tribune|access-date=April 14, 2022|archive-date=April 14, 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220414220607/https://tribune.com.pk/story/1877300/homecoming-2018-air-university-hosts-alumni-reunion|url-status=live}}</ref>
* Air Marshal Javaid Ahmed (retd) (January 2020 – present)
* Air Marshal Javaid Ahmed (retd) (January 2020 – May 2024)
* Air Marshal Abdul Moeed Khan, HI(M) (May 2024 – present)


==Academic profile==
==Academic profile==
===Faculties===
===Faculties===
====Faculty of Basic and Applied Sciences====
====Faculty of Basic and Applied Sciences====
The faculty of Basic and Applied Sciences comprises two departments: the department of mathematics, and the department of Physics.<ref name="auto14">{{cite web | url=https://www.au.edu.pk/pages/Faculties/Basic_Applied_Sciences/faclty_applied_about.aspx | title=Air University - Home page }}</ref>
The faculty of Basic and Applied Sciences comprises two departments: the department of mathematics, and the department of Physics.<ref name="auto14">{{cite web | url=https://www.au.edu.pk/pages/Faculties/Basic_Applied_Sciences/faclty_applied_about.aspx | title=Air University - Home page | access-date=2022-04-24 | archive-date=2022-04-24 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220424200055/https://www.au.edu.pk/pages/Faculties/Basic_Applied_Sciences/faclty_applied_about.aspx | url-status=live }}</ref>


Recently, the Department of Mathematics has started a master's degree in [[mathematical modeling]] and [[scientific computing]].<ref name="auto14"/>
Recently, the Department of Mathematics has started a master's degree in [[mathematical modeling]] and [[scientific computing]].<ref name="auto14"/>


====Faculty of Engineering====
====Faculty of Engineering====
The department of electrical engineering offers degrees in three areas: [[electronics]], [[telecommunication]]s, and power.<ref name="auto12">{{cite web | url=https://www.au.edu.pk/pages/Faculties/Engineering/faculty_engineering_about.aspx | title=Air University - Home page }}</ref>
The department of electrical engineering offers degrees in three areas: [[electronics]], [[telecommunication]]s, and power.<ref name="auto12">{{cite web | url=https://www.au.edu.pk/pages/Faculties/Engineering/faculty_engineering_about.aspx | title=Air University - Home page | access-date=2022-04-24 | archive-date=2022-04-24 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220424200053/https://www.au.edu.pk/pages/Faculties/Engineering/faculty_engineering_about.aspx | url-status=live }}</ref>


Moreover, the faculty of engineering also offers BS and MS programs in [[mechatronics]] and [[biomedical engineering]].<ref name="auto12"/>
Moreover, the faculty of engineering also offers BS and MS programs in [[mechatronics]] and [[biomedical engineering]].<ref name="auto12"/>
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====Faculty of Computing and AI====
====Faculty of Computing and AI====
The Faculty of Computing and AI (FCAI) offers bachelor's, master's, and Ph.D. programs in computing and [[artificial intelligence]] fields.<ref name="auto10">{{cite web | url=https://www.au.edu.pk/pages/Faculties/Computing_AI | title=Air University Home }}</ref>
The Faculty of Computing and AI (FCAI) offers bachelor's, master's, and Ph.D. programs in computing and [[artificial intelligence]] fields.<ref name="auto10">{{cite web | url=https://www.au.edu.pk/pages/Faculties/Computing_AI | title=Air University Home | access-date=2022-04-24 | archive-date=2022-04-24 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220424200241/https://www.au.edu.pk/pages/Faculties/Computing_AI/ | url-status=live }}</ref>


In 2019, the department was upgraded as the Faculty of Computing & Artificial Intelligence with three separate departments, including the department of computer science, creative technologies, and [[cyber security]].<ref name="auto10"/>
In 2019, the department was upgraded as the Faculty of Computing & Artificial Intelligence with three separate departments, including the department of Computer Science, Creative Technologies, Computer Games Design and [[cyber security]].<ref name="auto10"/>


FCAI faculty members have been included among the world's top two percent researchers.<ref name="auto10"/>
FCAI faculty members have been included among the world's top two percent researchers.<ref name="auto10"/>
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====Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences====
====Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences====
The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences offers bachelor's, master's, and Ph.D. degree programs in [[linguistics]] and [[literature]].<ref name="auto13">{{cite web | url=https://www.au.edu.pk/pages/Faculties/SocialSciences/academics_faculty_social_sciences.aspx | title=Air University - Home page }}</ref>
The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences offers bachelor's, master's, and Ph.D. degree programs in [[linguistics]] and [[literature]].<ref name="auto13">{{cite web | url=https://www.au.edu.pk/pages/Faculties/SocialSciences/academics_faculty_social_sciences.aspx | title=Air University - Home page | access-date=2022-04-24 | archive-date=2022-04-24 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220424200903/https://www.au.edu.pk/pages/Faculties/SocialSciences/academics_faculty_social_sciences.aspx | url-status=live }}</ref>


The faculty also offers a bachelor's of science in [[psychology]] and a master's of science in [[clinical psychology]] and education subjects.<ref name="auto13"/>
The faculty also offers a bachelor's of science in [[psychology]] and a master's of science in [[clinical psychology]] and education subjects.<ref name="auto13"/>
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====Faculty of Aerospace Sciences and Strategic Studies====
====Faculty of Aerospace Sciences and Strategic Studies====
The department of Strategic Studies is a department of the Faculty of Aerospace Sciences and Strategic Studies which helps in policy building related to [[Geopolitics|geopolitical]], [[economics|economic]], and social areas.<ref name="auto11">{{cite web | url=https://www.au.edu.pk/pages/Faculties/DASSS/Departments/AerospaceSciences/dept_aerospace_about.aspx | title=Air University - Home page }}</ref>
The department of Strategic Studies is a department of the Faculty of Aerospace Sciences and Strategic Studies which helps in policy building related to [[Geopolitics|geopolitical]], [[economics|economic]], and social areas.<ref name="auto11">{{cite web | url=https://www.au.edu.pk/pages/Faculties/DASSS/Departments/AerospaceSciences/dept_aerospace_about.aspx | title=Air University - Home page | access-date=2022-04-24 | archive-date=2022-04-24 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220424201234/https://www.au.edu.pk/pages/Faculties/DASSS/Departments/AerospaceSciences/dept_aerospace_about.aspx | url-status=live }}</ref>


The Department of Aerospace Sciences and Strategic Studies also offers master's degree in [[strategic studies]] to civilians and officers of Pakistan Air Force.<ref name="auto11"/>
The Department of Aerospace Sciences and Strategic Studies also offers master's degree in [[strategic studies]] to civilians and officers of Pakistan Air Force.<ref name="auto11"/>


====Institute of Avionics and Aeronautics====
====Institute of Avionics and Aeronautics====
The Institute of Avionics and Aeronautics (IAA) is a research institute that provides research services in emerging fields such as aerospace propulsion systems, active and passive surveillance systems, communication systems, digital signal processing, guidance and control systems, fluid dynamics, microwave circuit design, and navigation systems.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.au.edu.pk/pages/Faculties/IAA/iaa.aspx | title=Air University - Home page }}</ref>
The Institute of Avionics and Aeronautics (IAA) is a research institute that provides research services in emerging fields such as aerospace propulsion systems, active and passive surveillance systems, communication systems, digital signal processing, guidance and control systems, fluid dynamics, microwave circuit design, and navigation systems.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.au.edu.pk/pages/Faculties/IAA/iaa.aspx | title=Air University - Home page | access-date=2022-04-24 | archive-date=2022-04-24 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220424201233/https://www.au.edu.pk/pages/Faculties/IAA/iaa.aspx | url-status=live }}</ref>


====Air University School of Management====
====Air University School of Management====
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====CPEC Research Center====
====CPEC Research Center====


In February 2018, the CPEC Center of Excellence was established at Air University School of Management, Islamabad.<ref name="auto3">{{cite web | url=https://www.au.edu.pk/pages/CPEC/cpec_about_us.aspx | title=Air University - Home page }}</ref> The research center was established with an aim to understand the importance and contributions of [[Export-processing zone|export-processing zones]] (EPZs) in human welfare and particularly maximizing its potential in the post-CPEC scenario.<ref name="auto3"/>
In February 2018, the CPEC Center of Excellence was established at Air University School of Management, Islamabad.<ref name="auto3">{{cite web | url=https://www.au.edu.pk/pages/CPEC/cpec_about_us.aspx | title=Air University - Home page | access-date=2022-04-14 | archive-date=2022-04-14 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220414214556/https://www.au.edu.pk/pages/CPEC/cpec_about_us.aspx | url-status=live }}</ref> The research center was established with an aim to understand the importance and contributions of [[export-processing zone]]s (EPZs) in human welfare and particularly maximizing its potential in the post-CPEC scenario.<ref name="auto3"/>


The center is also working with the [[Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development|Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis]] to establish a university in Islamabad, Pakistan.<ref name="auto3"/>
The center is also working with the [[Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development|Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis]] to establish a university in Islamabad, Pakistan.<ref name="auto3"/>


====National Centre for Cyber Security (NCCS)====
====National Centre for Cyber Security (NCCS)====
National Center for Cyber Security was established in May 2018 with the headquarters at Air University, Islamabad.<ref name="auto2">{{cite web|url=https://www.dawn.com/news/1409115|title=Project for country's first National Centre for Cyber Security inaugurated|first=A.|last=Reporter|date=May 22, 2018|website=DAWN.COM}}</ref> The center was inaugurated by then Federal Minister for Interior, [[Ahsan Iqbal]].<ref name="auto2"/>
National Center for Cyber Security was established in May 2018 with the headquarters at Air University, Islamabad.<ref name="auto2">{{cite web|url=https://www.dawn.com/news/1409115|title=Project for country's first National Centre for Cyber Security inaugurated|first=A.|last=Reporter|date=May 22, 2018|website=DAWN.COM|access-date=April 14, 2022|archive-date=April 14, 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220414214434/https://www.dawn.com/news/1409115|url-status=live}}</ref> The center was inaugurated by then Federal Minister for Interior, [[Ahsan Iqbal]].<ref name="auto2"/>


===Laboratories and research facilities===
===Laboratories and research facilities===
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===Library ===
===Library ===
[[File:AU Central Library inside view (1).jpg|thumb|right|Air University Central Library]]
[[File:AU Central Library inside view (1).jpg|thumb|right|Air University Central Library]]
The Air University Central Library is the main library of the university and houses about 15,844 volumes of the print collection.<ref name="auto8">{{cite web | url=https://www.au.edu.pk/pages/Library/about_Library.aspx | title=Air University - Home page }}</ref> Additionally, the library also maintains an active subscription with fifty-one publications and seven newspapers.<ref name="auto8"/>
The Air University Central Library is the main library of the university and houses about 15,844 volumes of the print collection.<ref name="auto8">{{cite web | url=https://www.au.edu.pk/pages/Library/about_Library.aspx | title=Air University - Home page | access-date=2022-04-14 | archive-date=2022-04-14 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220414214703/https://www.au.edu.pk/pages/Library/about_Library.aspx | url-status=live }}</ref> Additionally, the library also maintains an active subscription with fifty-one publications and seven newspapers.<ref name="auto8"/>


The library is also a member of the HEC's National Digital Library Program which provides on-campus access to 22,000 electronic journals and about 140,000 e-books.<ref name="auto8"/>
The library is also a member of the HEC's National Digital Library Program which provides on-campus access to 22,000 electronic journals and about 140,000 e-books.<ref name="auto8"/>
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===Rankings and reputation===
===Rankings and reputation===
{{Infobox university rankings
{{Infobox university rankings
| QS_Asia = 351–400 | QS_Asia_year = 2023 | QS_Asia_ref = <ref>[https://www.topuniversities.com/universities/air-university-pakistan QS Asian University Rankings]</ref>
| QS_Asia = 351–400 | QS_Asia_year = 2023 | QS_Asia_ref = <ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.topuniversities.com/universities/air-university-pakistan |title=QS Asian University Rankings |access-date=2023-04-14 |archive-date=2023-04-14 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230414034459/https://www.topuniversities.com/universities/air-university-pakistan |url-status=live }}</ref>
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Among rankings for the engineering category, the Higher Education Commission has ranked Air University on 8th among engineering universities in Pakistan.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.dawn.com/news/1241418|title=QAU clinches top spot in HEC university rankings 2015|first=Mateen|last=Haider|date=February 24, 2016|website=DAWN.COM}}</ref> Among rankings for specific indicators, the Office of Research Innovation & Commercialization (ORIC) has maintained the "W" category in the HEC ranking since 2013.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.hec.gov.pk/english/universities/pages/rank.aspx|title=Universities Universities Ranking|website=www.hec.gov.pk}}</ref>
Among rankings for the engineering category, the Higher Education Commission has ranked Air University on 8th among engineering universities in Pakistan.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.dawn.com/news/1241418|title=QAU clinches top spot in HEC university rankings 2015|first=Mateen|last=Haider|date=February 24, 2016|website=DAWN.COM|access-date=April 14, 2023|archive-date=April 14, 2023|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230414025548/https://www.dawn.com/news/1241418|url-status=live}}</ref> Among rankings for specific indicators, the Office of Research Innovation & Commercialization (ORIC) has maintained the "W" category in the HEC ranking since 2013.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.hec.gov.pk/english/universities/pages/rank.aspx|title=Universities Universities Ranking|website=www.hec.gov.pk|access-date=2023-04-14|archive-date=2023-04-03|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230403074913/https://www.hec.gov.pk/english/universities/pages/rank.aspx|url-status=live}}</ref>


Among rankings for world universities, Air University received 740th position in Universitas Indonesia (UI) ''Green Matric World University Ranking'' published in 2020.
Among rankings for world universities, Air University received 740th position in Universitas Indonesia (UI) ''Green Matric World University Ranking'' published in 2020.
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===Research===
===Research===
* Journal of Business & Economics {{ISSN|2075-6909}}
* Journal of Business & Economics {{ISSN|2075-6909}}
{{cite web | url=https://journals.au.edu.pk/ojs | title= JBE }}
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* CPEC Center of Excellence
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*** Mobile Forensics
*** Mobile Forensics
* Corporum: Journal of Corpus Linguistics {{ISSN|2617-2917}}
* Corporum: Journal of Corpus Linguistics {{ISSN|2617-2917}}
* Corpus Research Centre
* Corpus Research Centre {{cite web | url=https://journals.au.edu.pk/ojscrc/index.php/crc | title= CRC }}
* Erevna Journal of Linguistics and Literature {{ISSN|2521-5078}}
* Erevna Journal of Linguistics and Literature {{ISSN|2521-5078}}{{cite web | url=https://journals.au.edu.pk/ojserevna/ | title= Erevna }}


==Office of Research, Innovation, and Commercialization==
==Office of Research, Innovation, and Commercialization==
In January 2011, the Office of Research, Innovation, and Commercialization (ORIC) was established at Air University, Islamabad on the directives of the Higher Education Commission, Pakistan. In August 2013, the registration process was completed.<ref name="auto5">{{cite web | url=https://www.au.edu.pk/pages/ORIC/oric_home.aspx | title=Air University - Home page }}</ref>
In January 2011, the Office of Research, Innovation, and Commercialization (ORIC) was established at Air University, Islamabad on the directives of the Higher Education Commission, Pakistan. In August 2013, the registration process was completed.<ref name="auto5">{{cite web | url=https://www.au.edu.pk/pages/ORIC/oric_home.aspx | title=Air University - Home page | access-date=2022-04-14 | archive-date=2022-04-14 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220414214902/https://www.au.edu.pk/pages/ORIC/oric_home.aspx | url-status=live }}</ref>


The office has established linkages with stakeholders and has secured research grants from research funding organizations including, the British Council, HEC, Ignite, Pakistan Science Foundation, and Ministry of Science & Technology.<ref name="auto5"/>
The office has established linkages with stakeholders and has secured research grants from research funding organizations including, the British Council, HEC, Ignite, Pakistan Science Foundation, and Ministry of Science & Technology.<ref name="auto5"/>


===Business Incubator Center===
===Business Incubator Center===
Air University Business Incubation Center (AUBIC) is currently under the developmental phase.<ref name="auto6">{{cite web | url=https://au.edu.pk/pages/ORIC/oric_innovation_commercialization.aspx | title=Air University Business Incubation Center }}</ref>
Air University Business Incubation Center (AUBIC) is currently under the developmental phase.<ref name="auto6">{{cite web | url=https://au.edu.pk/pages/ORIC/oric_innovation_commercialization.aspx | title=Air University Business Incubation Center | access-date=2022-04-14 | archive-date=2022-04-14 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220414215245/https://au.edu.pk/pages/ORIC/oric_innovation_commercialization.aspx | url-status=live }}</ref>


This center will provide various facilities to incubatees including a conference room, meeting room, separate workstations, and halls for seminars.<ref name="auto6"/> It will provide networking facilities to entrepreneurs with potential investors and venture capital firms.<ref name="auto6"/>
This center will provide various facilities to incubatees including a conference room, meeting room, separate workstations, and halls for seminars.<ref name="auto6"/> It will provide networking facilities to entrepreneurs with potential investors and venture capital firms.<ref name="auto6"/>


==International Cooperation Office (ICO)==
==International Cooperation Office (ICO)==
International Cooperation Office is a department of Air University that helps in the internationalization of the university.<ref name="auto9">{{Cite web|url=https://portals.au.edu.pk/ico/About|title=About|website=portals.au.edu.pk}}</ref> The office works to form associations and academic linkages with international universities and colleges and signs memorandum of understandings (MOUs) on the behalf of university.<ref name="auto9"/><ref name="auto">{{Cite web|url=https://portals.au.edu.pk/ico/Mou|title=Mou|website=portals.au.edu.pk}}</ref>
International Cooperation Office is a department of Air University that helps in the internationalization of the university.<ref name="auto9">{{Cite web|url=https://portals.au.edu.pk/ico/About|title=About|website=portals.au.edu.pk|access-date=2023-04-14|archive-date=2023-04-14|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230414025038/https://portals.au.edu.pk/ico/About|url-status=live}}</ref> The office works to form associations and academic linkages with international universities and colleges and signs memorandum of understandings (MOUs) on the behalf of university.<ref name="auto9"/><ref name="auto">{{Cite web|url=https://portals.au.edu.pk/ico/Mou|title=Mou|website=portals.au.edu.pk|access-date=2023-04-14|archive-date=2023-04-14|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230414025036/https://portals.au.edu.pk/ico/Mou|url-status=live}}</ref>


AU has more than 80 formal and informal international linkages with international higher education institutes of the world.<ref name="auto9"/><ref name="auto"/>
AU has more than 80 formal and informal international linkages with international higher education institutes of the world.<ref name="auto9"/><ref name="auto"/>
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===Partner universities===
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* [[Merseburg University of Applied Sciences]]<ref name="auto16">{{cite web | url=https://www.au.edu.pk/Pages/ORIC/oric_formal_collaboration_foreign_universities.aspx | title=Air University - Home page }}</ref>
* [[Merseburg University of Applied Sciences]]<ref name="auto16">{{cite web | url=https://www.au.edu.pk/Pages/ORIC/oric_formal_collaboration_foreign_universities.aspx | title=Air University - Home page | access-date=2022-05-19 | archive-date=2022-06-21 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220621011009/https://au.edu.pk/Pages/ORIC/oric_formal_collaboration_foreign_universities.aspx | url-status=live }}</ref>
* [[Kingston University]]<ref name="auto16"/>
* [[Kingston University]]<ref name="auto16"/>
* [[Blekinge Institute of Technology]]<ref name="auto16"/>
* [[Blekinge Institute of Technology]]<ref name="auto16"/>
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* [[Ulster University]]<ref name="auto16"/>
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== Notable alumni ==
* [[Waleed Qureshi]], Engineer in Dubai


==Gallery==
==Gallery==

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Air University
جامعہ فضائیہ
AU Islamabad Campus
Air University
Other name
AU
MottoTaking Academic Excellence To New Heights
TypePublic
Established2002 (2002)
AffiliationHigher Education Commission, Pakistan Engineering Council, Pakistan Medical Commission, Association of Commonwealth Universities, International Association of Universities
Vice-ChancellorAir Marshal Abdul Moeed Khan, HI(M)
Principal2
Dean7
Director15
Academic staff
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Administrative staff
700
Students6043
Undergraduates5043
Postgraduates1000
Location
Islamabad
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ICT
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Pakistan

33°42′50″N 73°01′29″E / 33.7138°N 73.0247°E / 33.7138; 73.0247
CampusAir university Multan Campus, Air university kharian Campus, Air university Kamra Campus
Websitehttps://au.edu.pk/

The Air University (AU) (Urdu: جامعہ فضایہ) is a federally chartered public sector research university in Pakistan. Established in 2002, its main campus is located in the capital city of Islamabad, Pakistan. The university has two other functional campuses, Aerospace and Aviation Campus at Kamra and a campus at Multan.

The university offers undergraduate and post-graduate degrees in artificial intelligence, business management, computer science, cyber security, engineering, medicine, and humanities.[1][2] It is ranked among the country's top ten universities in the Engineering and Technology category by the Higher Education Commission.[3]

Air University is recognized by Higher Education Commission (Pakistan) and accredited by the Pakistan Engineering Council and Pakistan Medical Commission. It is a member of Association of Commonwealth Universities of the United Kingdom[4] and International Association of Universities.[5]

History

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The university was established in 2001 with the aim to promote science and technology in Pakistan with Air Marshal Qazi Javed Ahmed appointed as its founding chancellor.[6]

In August 2001, a feasibility report regarding the university was submitted to then University Grants Commission (UGC, now HEC) for approval.[6] Later, in November 2001, UGC done a detailed inspection of the proposed premises.[6]

In April 2002, the feasibility report was revised based on the feedback provided by the UGC. Meanwhile, construction of the admin block was started.[6]

In September 2002, the first batch was admitted and classes began.[6]

In October 2002, the university received a charter from the president of Pakistan.[6]

In June 2003, the prime minister of Pakistan inaugurated the university formally and made a contribution of Rs 20 million for the expansion of the university.[6]

In February 2006, the construction work on the Institute of Avionics and Aeronautics was started.[6]

In November 2008, Air Commodore Ijaz A Malik was appointed as the second vice-chancellor of the university.[6]

In March 2011, a new sub-campus of the university in Multan was established.[6]

In October 2014, Air Vice Marshal Faaiz Amir was appointed as the new vice-chancellor of Air University.[6]

In January 2020, Air Marshal Javaid Ahmed succeeded Air Vice Marshal Faaiz Amir as the new vice-chancellor.[6]

In February 2020, Air University Aviation & Aerospace Campus Kamra, located on a land of 50 acres in PAC Kamra became functional.[7]

In April 2024, Air Marshal Abdul Moeed Khan HI(M) has been appointed as new Vice-Chancellor.

Campuses, constituent colleges, and affiliated institutes

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There is one main campus in Islamabad, two other functional campuses are located in Kamra Multan and Kharian, and Another new campus is under construction in Islamabad.

Campuses

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Main Campus

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Air University Main Campus, Islamabad

The main campus is situated close to the Margalla foothills in the southeast of sector E-9 (PAF Complex) of Islamabad.[8] The primary entrance is adjacent to the intersection of Agha Shahi Avenue (9th Avenue) and Khayaban-e-Iqbal (Margalla Road), opposite to E/9 Campus of Bahria University, Islamabad. Different departments have different buildings. Faculty of Electrical Engineering Department is the oldest one. The newest edition to the buildings is the faculty of Computer Science, C block functional since 2022.

Air University Aerospace and Aviation Campus Kamra

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Air University Aviation & Aerospace Campus Kamra is a 50-acre campus located in PAC Kamra and aims to further research in aviation. The campus is being built in five phases with phase one being complete and functional since February 2020.[7][9]

The facilities of the campus include a separate hostel for boys and girls hostels, a dining area, medical facilities, and sports arenas.[7]

Air University Multan campus

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Main article: Air University Multan Campus

Air University Multan Campus was inaugurated in 2011 by then prime minister of Pakistan, Yousaf Raza Gillani.[10]

In the first phase, the campus started its operations in a commercial plaza named "Khan Centre" at Abdali Road, Multan Cantt, with a total covered area of about thirty-three thousand square feet, and about 700 enrolled students.[11]

Now, the Air University Multan Campus (AUMC) has shifted to a proper built campus on 25.5 acres of land located at Bahawalpur Road, Multan. Phase-1 of the project is completed, in which one academic block and one hostel block have been completed, whereas three more academic blocks, two more residential hostels, an auditorium and a student center are planned in the near future.[11] khariyan campus

South Campus

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Another campus is in the construction phase in Sector H-11/2 of Islamabad. The campus will comprise seven academic blocks, two residential blocks, a new automated central library, an administration block, an auditorium, and a cafeteria.

In January 2020, then prime minister of Pakistan, Imran Khan, laid the foundation of the new campus. First academic block and hostel will be completed by December 2022.[12] In addition to its own campuses, the university has two constituent colleges and five affiliated institutes.

Kharian Campus

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A new Campus in Kharian campus is being established and will be opened in Spring 2024 for the people of Kharian and Jhelum. "Air University Kharian".

Constituent units

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Affiliated institutes

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Organization and administration

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Vice-Chancellors

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  • Air Marshal Qazi Javed Ahmed (retd) (2001 – November 2008)
  • Air Cdre Ijaz Ahmad Malik (retd) (November 2008 – October 2014)
  • Air Vice Marshal Faaiz Amir (retd) (October 2014 – January 2020)[13]
  • Air Marshal Javaid Ahmed (retd) (January 2020 – May 2024)
  • Air Marshal Abdul Moeed Khan, HI(M) (May 2024 – present)

Academic profile

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Faculties

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Faculty of Basic and Applied Sciences

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The faculty of Basic and Applied Sciences comprises two departments: the department of mathematics, and the department of Physics.[14]

Recently, the Department of Mathematics has started a master's degree in mathematical modeling and scientific computing.[14]

Faculty of Engineering

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The department of electrical engineering offers degrees in three areas: electronics, telecommunications, and power.[15]

Moreover, the faculty of engineering also offers BS and MS programs in mechatronics and biomedical engineering.[15]

It has also collaborated with national centers such as the National Institute of Vacuum Science and Technology (NINVAST) and the National Center of Physics (NCP) to further strengthen the students and faculty.[15]

Faculty of Computing and AI

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The Faculty of Computing and AI (FCAI) offers bachelor's, master's, and Ph.D. programs in computing and artificial intelligence fields.[16]

In 2019, the department was upgraded as the Faculty of Computing & Artificial Intelligence with three separate departments, including the department of Computer Science, Creative Technologies, Computer Games Design and cyber security.[16]

FCAI faculty members have been included among the world's top two percent researchers.[16]

FCAI also offers certification programs of Huawei, Oracle, Microsoft, and CISCO through its newly established academy named Air University Computing Academy.[16]

Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

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The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences offers bachelor's, master's, and Ph.D. degree programs in linguistics and literature.[17]

The faculty also offers a bachelor's of science in psychology and a master's of science in clinical psychology and education subjects.[17]

The faculty has also established joint ventures with other organizations such as the Social Sciences Research Centre (SSRC), in order to tackle the contemporary challenges of society.[17]

Faculty of Aerospace Sciences and Strategic Studies

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The department of Strategic Studies is a department of the Faculty of Aerospace Sciences and Strategic Studies which helps in policy building related to geopolitical, economic, and social areas.[18]

The Department of Aerospace Sciences and Strategic Studies also offers master's degree in strategic studies to civilians and officers of Pakistan Air Force.[18]

Institute of Avionics and Aeronautics

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The Institute of Avionics and Aeronautics (IAA) is a research institute that provides research services in emerging fields such as aerospace propulsion systems, active and passive surveillance systems, communication systems, digital signal processing, guidance and control systems, fluid dynamics, microwave circuit design, and navigation systems.[19]

Air University School of Management

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The Air University School of Management (AUSOM) is a graduate business school of Air University. It offers bachelor's, master's, and Ph.D. degrees in accounting, finance, project management, hospitality management, and human resources (HR).[20][8]

Programs

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Discipline Degree Program
BS, BE MS / M Phil Ph.D.
Cyber Security[21] Green tickY Green tickY Green tickY
Electrical Engineering[22] (Power/Electronics/Telecom) Green tickY Green tickY Green tickY
Mechatronics Engineering[23] Green tickY Green tickY
Mechanical Engineering[24] Green tickY Green tickY Green tickY
Computer Engineering Green tickY
Bio Medical Engineering Green tickY Green tickY
Aerospace Engineering[24] Green tickY Green tickY
Avionics Engineering[25] Green tickY Green tickY
System Security Green tickY
Information Security Green tickY
Business Administration (BBA)[26] Green tickY Green tickY
Physics[27] Green tickY Green tickY Green tickY
Computer Science[28] Green tickY Green tickY Green tickY
Mathematics[29] Green tickY Green tickY Green tickY
English[30] Green tickY Green tickY Green tickY
Management Sciences[26] Green tickY Green tickY
Accounting and Finance[26] Green tickY
Computer Games Design Green tickY
Information Technology Green tickY
Artificial intelligence Green tickY Green tickY
Data science Green tickY
Software Engineering Green tickY
Strategic Studies Green tickY
Psychology Green tickY Green tickY
Education Green tickY
Aviation Management Green tickY
Health Care Management Green tickY
Tourism and Hospitality Management Green tickY
Project Management Green tickY
Business Analytics Green tickY
International Relations (I.R) Green tickY
MBBS Green tickY

Research centers

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CPEC Research Center

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In February 2018, the CPEC Center of Excellence was established at Air University School of Management, Islamabad.[31] The research center was established with an aim to understand the importance and contributions of export-processing zones (EPZs) in human welfare and particularly maximizing its potential in the post-CPEC scenario.[31]

The center is also working with the Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis to establish a university in Islamabad, Pakistan.[31]

National Centre for Cyber Security (NCCS)

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National Center for Cyber Security was established in May 2018 with the headquarters at Air University, Islamabad.[32] The center was inaugurated by then Federal Minister for Interior, Ahsan Iqbal.[32]

Laboratories and research facilities

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The university maintains state-of-the-art laboratories for research and training purposes.[33] These labs include:

Library

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Air University Central Library

The Air University Central Library is the main library of the university and houses about 15,844 volumes of the print collection.[34] Additionally, the library also maintains an active subscription with fifty-one publications and seven newspapers.[34]

The library is also a member of the HEC's National Digital Library Program which provides on-campus access to 22,000 electronic journals and about 140,000 e-books.[34]

The library facilities include six discussion rooms, fifty-six study carrels, and seventy computers for research purposes.[34]

Rankings and reputation

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University rankings
Regional – Overall
QS Asia[35]351–400 (2023)

Among rankings for the engineering category, the Higher Education Commission has ranked Air University on 8th among engineering universities in Pakistan.[36] Among rankings for specific indicators, the Office of Research Innovation & Commercialization (ORIC) has maintained the "W" category in the HEC ranking since 2013.[37]

Among rankings for world universities, Air University received 740th position in Universitas Indonesia (UI) Green Matric World University Ranking published in 2020.

Accreditation

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Accreditation of Degree Programs
Degree Programs Accredited by
Engineering Pakistan Engineering Council as per Washington Accord (OBE) Level II
BBA and MS (Management Science) National Business Education Accreditation Council (NBEAC), Pakistan
BS (Accounting & Finance) program ACCA, UK (Exemption of 9 modules upon completion of Degree)
Computer Science programs National Computing Education Accreditation Council (NCEAC), Pakistan
MBBS Pakistan Medical Commission (PMC)

Research

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"JBE".

  • CPEC Center of Excellence
  • National Center for Cyber Security
    • Smart Devices & Networks Security Lab
      • Smart Devices Security
      • Network Cyber Defence
    • National Cyber-crime & Forensics Lab
      • Social Media Forensics
      • Computer Forensics
      • Mobile Forensics
  • Corporum: Journal of Corpus Linguistics ISSN 2617-2917
  • Corpus Research Centre "CRC".
  • Erevna Journal of Linguistics and Literature ISSN 2521-5078"Erevna".

Office of Research, Innovation, and Commercialization

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In January 2011, the Office of Research, Innovation, and Commercialization (ORIC) was established at Air University, Islamabad on the directives of the Higher Education Commission, Pakistan. In August 2013, the registration process was completed.[38]

The office has established linkages with stakeholders and has secured research grants from research funding organizations including, the British Council, HEC, Ignite, Pakistan Science Foundation, and Ministry of Science & Technology.[38]

Business Incubator Center

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Air University Business Incubation Center (AUBIC) is currently under the developmental phase.[39]

This center will provide various facilities to incubatees including a conference room, meeting room, separate workstations, and halls for seminars.[39] It will provide networking facilities to entrepreneurs with potential investors and venture capital firms.[39]

International Cooperation Office (ICO)

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International Cooperation Office is a department of Air University that helps in the internationalization of the university.[40] The office works to form associations and academic linkages with international universities and colleges and signs memorandum of understandings (MOUs) on the behalf of university.[40][41]

AU has more than 80 formal and informal international linkages with international higher education institutes of the world.[40][41]

Partner universities

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Notable alumni

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  • Cultural Night
    Cultural Night
  • Sportsweek
    Sportsweek
  • Thespian Night
    Thespian Night
  • Air neXU
    Air neXU
  • Air Tech
    Air Tech

See also

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